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DIY Gifts: Homemade Simple Syrups

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This holiday season, give a homemade gift from your kitchen. Handcrafted simple syrups are an easy, thoughtful gift that will jazz up any cocktail, latte, or dessert recipe. These can be easily adapted to personal taste, plus they’re vegan and gluten-free. Simple syrups keep for four weeks when refrigerated,…

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Picking Your Holiday Turkey

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How to Pick the Perfect Turkey for Your Holiday Gathering Choosing the right turkey size is key to making sure everyone at your holiday table is well-fed (and maybe even has some leftovers!). Here’s a quick guide on how much turkey to plan for each guest, along with options for…

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Thawing Your Holiday Turkey

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Thawing Your Holiday Turkey: A Step-by-Step Guide If there’s one thing that can make or break Thanksgiving dinner, it’s a properly thawed turkey. Whether you’re preparing an ice-shell fresh bird or a fully frozen one, safe thawing is the first essential step to ensure your turkey is juicy, flavorful, and…

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Getting Ready for the Holiday Turkey!

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Find everything you need for your Thanksgiving turkey in one place—how to choose the right bird and safely thaw it too (did you know fresh turkeys may have a slight ice shell that just needs a brief thaw?). Plus, cook it to perfection with a brine recipe, tips and tricks,…

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Favorite Holiday Baking Recipes of 2024!

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Ready to try something new this season? These holiday co-op favorites are perfect for cozy moments or sharing with friends and family. Enjoy our Pear Cardamom Cake with tahini for a warm, spiced touch, or indulge in the comforting Apple Spice Cake. For a little extra indulgence, don’t miss the…

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Revitalizing Native Foodways with NĀTIFS

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Shop Field Day Products and Support NĀTIFS this November! Hundreds of Field Day products are on sale now through Dec. 3. With each purchase, our community has an opportunity to support Native communities and food sovereignty. This November, 5¢ from every Field Day product sold will go to NĀTIFS.

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Winter Squash at the Co-op

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As colder weather sets in, nothing beats the rich aromas and tastes of organic winter squash from local farmers like Featherstone Farm and Wisconsin Growers Cooperative. Unlike their summer counterparts, which are picked immaturely for the best taste, winter squash is harvested when fully grown, ensuring robust flavors.

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Recognizing Native American Heritage Month

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We acknowledge that our three store locations in Imni Ża Ska in Mni Sota Makoce (now known as Saint Paul, Minnesota) are on the traditional territory of the Dakota people, who have been deeply connected to the land within and beyond the boundaries of our state for centuries. The Dakota…

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Local Profile: Ferndale Market

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Ferndale Farm: A Legacy of Free-Range Turkey Farming Nestled in the scenic Little Cannon River Valley of Cannon Falls, Minnesota, Ferndale Farm has been a cherished family operation since 1939. Dale Peterson arrived in this idyllic location with a passion for raising free-range turkeys, armed with a degree in poultry…

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